WHAT IS A PEANUT AWARE SCHOOL?

SEVERAL STUDENT HERE AT DURBIN CREEK ELEMENTARY HAVE ALLERGIES TO PEANUTS AND OR TREE NUTS. REACTIONS CAN RANGE FROM MILD TO SEVERE AND MAY EVEN EVEN BECOME FATAL.

WE NEED YOUR HELP IN PROVIDING THE SAFEST ENVIRONMENT POSSIBLE FOR THESE CHILDREN. PLEASE BE MINDFUL AS YOU PLAN LUNCHES, SNACKS AND TREATS.

What is Peanut Allergy Aware?

Several of our students have a severe allergy to peanuts/tree nuts. This allergy can be life-threatening and for these students strict avoidance is the only way to prevent an allergic reaction. Accidental contact or ingestion can be fatal.

Are peanut/tree nut products allowed in school?

Yes. However, in order to reduce the risk of exposure for students who possess an allergy to peanut products, these items are not sold in the school lunch program, at extracurricular events or school sponsored activities.